J B White Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
J B White Lake Dam, located in Hinds, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1960.
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Summary
This dam, situated on TR- PORTER CREEK, serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a storage capacity of 260 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition is currently not rated, and it lacks specific information on inspection frequency and emergency preparedness.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, J B White Lake Dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. Although it is not federally owned or funded, the dam falls under state jurisdiction and regulation. The dam's intricate design includes a buttress core and soil foundation, contributing to its overall structural integrity. With its picturesque location in ORANGEVILLE, this dam offers water resource and climate enthusiasts a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of human engineering and natural landscapes.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR- PORTER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
260 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
348cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
464cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
699cfs |
Mississippi River At Vicksburg
|
271000cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
J B White Lake Dam